Marinaded with a chili lime sauce, wrapped in foil and baked to tender, flaky perfection, chili lime salmon is sure to be a hit with any family member.
Can you believe up until a few months ago, I would have never dreamed of eating and actually enjoying salmon? I had eaten it a few times growing up but never cared for it at all. Something about the taste and texture really worked on my gag reflex–yuck.
My husband finally convinced me to try salmon again, and that maybe cooking it differently than I’d had it in the past would make me like it.
I’m only admitting this here because he doesn’t read anything I write–but he was right. Maybe it’s because I’m an adult, and adults should be eating healthier things, or maybe it’s because I really actually like the flavor and flakiness of this chili lime salmon. Either way, it’s delicious AND it’s easy to make. Winner winner chicken dinner. Or salmon dinner.
So how to you cook your salmon? Do you bake it, grill it, smoke it?
More delicious dinner recipes:
- Baked Chicken and Vegetables
- One Pan Chili Lime Skillet Chicken
- Cayenne Glazed Pork Chops with Black Bean Salsa
- 30 Minute Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade
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Baked Chili Lime Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 and place salmon, skin side down, onto a piece of foil that is large enough to fold over and cover salmon.
- In a large sauce pan, heat lime juice, honey, garlic and salt over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and add in cold butter, swirling to melt.
- Pour sauce mixture over salmon, and sprinkle with cumin, chili powder and lime zest.
- Cover salmon making a pouch with the foil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes depending on thickness of filet. Salmon should be flaky and tender when done.
This looks delicious! My husband and I eat salmon a lot. One word of advice is not to overcook it. That will make it tough. I love trying all kinds of different ingredients and recipes just to give it a slightly different taste.
I tried this recipe on Chum salmon. It wasn’t great. Actually, I wouldn’t make it again. I just don’t think salmon needs all these spices. Usually, I think salmon tastes great with simple ingredients.
So sorry you didn’t like the recipe Cindy.
Part of the problem could be the Salmon you used. Chum is a very low grade salmon. You should try Pacific King or Coho it is less fishy and a better over fish for eating.
I made this and turned out great,
Glad you enjoyed it Cynyhia!
Two limes equal about two T. Lime juice . Trying it on meta salmon tonight. Have cut the chili powder in half, however.
I hope you enjoyed it Mary!
How many does this serve?
It would serve about 3 adults. You could do a slightly bigger cut of salmon to serve more.
Amanda I usually don’t message about a recipe but I have to this!! This was absolutely delicious!!! Will make it again and again. Thanks for the recipe.
Joy
Thank you Joy! I am so glad you enjoyed it 🙂